Thursday, October 27, 2011

Vegetable Manchurian is an all time favorite dish of almost everyone. It is a fusion of Indian and Chinese cuisines which you will find listed on a Chinese restaurant menu in India. Indo-Chinese version of Veg Manchurian is spicier than Chinese versions. It is made up of deep fried mixed vegetable balls in tangy & spicy soya sauce based gravy. It can be served with rice/noodles as an appetizer, evening snack, or a main dish. You can make vegetable manchurian easily with or without gravy at home. Here are some of the recipes of Vegetable Manchurian with Gravy.

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Food prices are rising day by day so almost everybody is feeling a financial pinch. We all know that eating healthy food is very important as it decreases the risk of health problems like diabetes, heart disease, cancer & other diseases and thereby keeps your medical costs down. But many people choose less expensive, unhealthy food because of tight budget. They have false impression that reducing food expenses means giving up good nutrition. However, they can eat healthy even on a tight budget by proper planning and smart cooking tips. Read on to know the ways to eat healthy on a budget.

Ways to Eat Healthy On a Tight Budget

Keep A List And Plan Ahead

Planning menu ahead, making list of the foodstuffs and sticking to it while buying, helps to decrease food waste as well as save 100s of dollars every year on your grocery bill. You can also avoid impulsive purchases (salad dressing or barbecue sauce) and keep track of your spending by making a list. Make a detailed list and note how much quantity of foodstuffs you need.

Sunday, October 9, 2011

Back pain is one of the most common concerns among most of the people these days. It is occurred by hours hunched over a keyboard in office or hustle and bustle throughout the day. Do you know this pain may also become the cause of mental stress? Salabhasana or Locust Pose is named in the ancient yoga texts and it is very beneficial for back pain. You can also get rid of the back pain in some days by doing Salabhasana. This asana is not only effective in back pain but also beneficial in various pain and diseases as it strengthens the back, booty, and the hamstring, areas of the body.

Thursday, October 6, 2011

Couples who wish to get pregnant or avoid pregnancy always have many choices for family planning. Two methods of family planning are there: artificial and natural method. Artificial method is effective but has many side effects as well as harms the health of woman. Natural family planning method is also effective and contains no side effects. CycleBeads are natural hormone free birth control alternative which is founded on “The Standard Days Method”. CycleBeads help the couples to forecast ovulation and either prevent/plan a pregnancy by tracking her cycle.

Turmeric is well known as traditional Ayurvedic medicine of India because of it's magical medicinal powers. Now-a-days, Western scientists and herbalists are giving attention to the benefits of turmeric. A perennial shrub, turmeric is cultivated in India and Asia’s other tropical regions. Curcumin is the dynamic element in turmeric that has been utilized in India for more than 2500 years. Turmeric is believed as a body cleansing herb in India. Medically, it is utilized as an aid for digestive disturbances and as a treatment for fever, dysentery, infections, jaundice arthritis, and other liver problems.
Turmeric is also medically used to treat gallbladder and liver problems, stop bleeding, menstrual uneasiness and relieve chest overcrowding by the traditional Chinese doctors. Turmeric is utilized in most dishes in India and temperate use of Turmeric powder as part of normal diet is secure but dehydration and constipation, as well as liver or stomach distress may be caused by extended use of big dosages of Turmeric extract. So people, who are taking blood thinners, or under going cheomotherapy, should avoid the use of turmeric and consult their doctor before taking Turmeric.

Health Benefits of Turmeric:

Turmeric and curcumin contain powerful antioxidant properties so exerts neuroprotective activity and helps in maintaining a healthy cardiovascular system. It is useful in disinfecting cuts and burns because of its antiseptic and antibacterial property. It also works as an anti-inflammatory drug without side effects. It also helps in injury healing and in remodeling of damaged skin.

Alzheimer's Disease:

Alzheimer's disease may be developed by the swelling inside the brain. As shown in studies, turmeric contains anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant activity. Turmeric reduces the histamine levels as well as deposits of beta-amyloid proteins in the brains and it may also motivate the adrenal glands to raise production of a hormone that decreases swelling. So consumption of Turmeric capsules every day may be an effective way to stop the beginning of Alzheimer's.

Cancer:

Turmeric is full of antioxidants, the illness-fighting stuffs which mop up the constant attack of free radicals. Turmeric can stimulate apoptosis; a procedure by which the self-destruction and removal of hurt (cancerous) cells is activated. Cells are damaged by unstable oxygen molecules (free radicals) when they move in the body and if they left unchecked, they will be responsible for premature aging and sicknesses such as cancer. When high concentrations of antioxidants are needed, turmeric is suggested by Naturopaths. However, more researches are still necessary to find out Turmeric’s complete effects on cancer cells. As per the suggestions of existing studies, combination of turmeric powder or supplements and a balanced, nutritious diet may assist in stopping or even devastating cancer cells.

Arthritis:

Turmeric contains anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties so it is very effective as usual medicine for Arthritis pain. So people may get noteworthy relief from osteoarthritis pain with the use of 500mg to 1000mg Turmeric capsules three times per day.

Colds and Flu:

Human body gets help in fighting against colds, cough and flu with the turmeric's anti-viral, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. So as these symptoms appear, just mix one teaspoon of Turmeric powder into a glass of warm milk and drink it once per day; and also drink plenty of water during the day.

Asthma:

Turmeric can help in reducing the swelling connected with asthma by its anti-inflammatory property. An effective asthma home remedy is made by adding 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder to a glass of warm milk.

Inflammation:

Curcumin, key ingredient of turmeric contains anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties so it is helpful in healing cuts, wounds, and other skin infections including boils. Warm Turmeric oil is useful in interior wounds, sprains, fractures, and herniated disks. Turmeric oil should be applied on a large cotton pad to cover the outer skin of the affected part of the body. Drinking the mixture of one teaspoon of turmeric powder and a warm glass of milk, previous to going to bed, is also helpful in preventing interior swelling and infections.

Diabetes:

As shown in recent studies, beginning of Type-2 Diabetes may be stopped by the use of turmeric as it helps in decreasing insulin resistance. So a diabetes preventive medicine is to take one teaspoon, curcumin extracts or capsules of turmeric powder twice a day with foods.

Weight Loss:

The flow of bile, a significant element in the breakdown of dietary fat, is raised by the help of Curcumin, present in Turmeric powder. So if one teaspoon of Turmeric powder is consumed with each meal along with a healthy diet and exercise program, then it may be an effective weight loss element.

Liver Health:

It is suggested in studies with animals that the liver is protected from the harmful effects of certain toxins, such as alcohol by turmeric. As the flow of bile activates with the help of turmeric, fats will be digested so turmeric is utilized as a digestive aid.

Anti-platelet activity:

Turmeric is very beneficial in anti-platelet activity. The ability of the blood to form clots is reduced by turmeric and by this ability; blood circulation may be improved and some defense against heart attacks and strokes are offered.

Side Effects of Turmeric:

Turmeric is believed a secure herb but prolonged use of it (higher than suggested doses) can cause some side effects. It is good to know the possible side effect of a product before using it. If it is moderately used then it is safe; as per current studies, use of 500mg capsules of Turmeric three times per day is safe.

Stomach or liver distress, and dehydration and constipation may be caused by use of high doses of Turmeric extract. So if people are suffered with gallstones or bile obstructions, then they need to avoid the consumption of turmeric. Turmeric is an anti-platelet so people, who are taking blood thinners (including Aspirin), should ask their doctor before taking it. Eating many turmeric capsules may raise the temperature of the body. It is possible that high turmeric intake directs to high oxalic acid in the urine that leads to kidney stones.

High prolonged doses can cause gastric upset.

People, who are suffered from stomach ulcers, can suffer from heartburn with high dose of turmeric.

If turmeric is consumed in high quantity; it can cause nausea and diarrhea.

Turmeric can be a uterine stimulant so pregnant women should use it carefully.

It can slow blood clotting so might cause extra bleeding in people who underwent surgery, so take it after consulting a physician.

Tuesday, October 4, 2011

For diabetic patient, each day serve as a combat and struggle to retain/sustain a suitable eating habit. Diabetic patients are often recommended for loosing unwanted weight and maintaining ideal weight. Diabetic nutritional foods consist of mainly low-fat healthy foods. Diabetic patients can avoid the risk of stroke and heart disease by eating healthy and low fat foods. Balanced healthy foods can make diabetic person energetic and more active. Diabetic patients can remain safe from other unwanted symptoms of diabetes by selecting healthy snacks.

Monday, October 3, 2011

Brain, the thinking organ of the human body, has the ability to incessantly adapt, learn, and rewire itself from beginning in the womb to the entire life. The growing and the learning abilities of the brain are due to its interaction with the world through acuity. Nowadays, there is loads of importance on staying physically healthy. However, we should also be worried about our mental well-being. The more we pay attention to our brains, the superior thinkers we become. It is essential to exercise our brain in order to remain sharp. Brain stimulation improves the brain function; in fact protects us against cognitive decline. Brain stimulation or brain improvement exercises are a well-liked way of getting up to speed in this modern world of high technology.